Laith
Laith is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Lion; brave one”.
| Meaning | Lion; brave one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ليث |
| Pronunciation | LAYTH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iraq, Jordan, Palestine, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Laith
Classical Arabic has dozens of words for the lion, and Laith is among the best loved of them, standing for bravery and power. Arabs were already naming sons this way before Islam arrived. The most celebrated person to carry it was al-Layth ibn Sa'd, a towering Egyptian scholar of law and hadith who lived in the same era as Imam Malik. The name is a firm favourite today across Iraq, Jordan and Palestine.
Is Laith a Muslim name?
Laith is a classical Arabic name that Muslims have used since early times, carried by the renowned scholar al-Layth ibn Sa'd.
How popular is Laith?
It is popular throughout the Arab world, above all in Iraq, Jordan and Palestine.
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Spellings and variants of Laith
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Laith mean?
Laith means 'Lion; brave one'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Laith a Muslim name?
Laith is a classical Arabic name that Muslims have used since early times, carried by the renowned scholar al-Layth ibn Sa'd.
How do you pronounce Laith?
Laith is pronounced LAYTH.
Is Laith a boy or girl name?
Laith is usually a boy name.